Boston to Newport Small-Group Day Trip with Breakers & Marble House Admission

224 Reviews4.72 out of 5 stars Based on 224 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor |
Badge of Excellence |Badge of Excellence This experience is highly rated by travelers and has met our top quality standards.
Boston, USA
The Breakers
The Elms
Tennis Hall of Fame Lawn
Breakers
Cliff Walk
Our late model mini-coach buses
Wave Sculpture credit Discover Newport

Loading Options


11 hours (Approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile Ticket
Instant Confirmation

Overview

Escape to the lovely coastal city of Newport, Rhode Island, on this day trip that includes both a guided tour and free time. Explore The Breakers Mansion (the summer home of Cornelius Vanderbilt II's family), as well as The Marble House (as seen in the movie The Great Gatsby). See top Newport attractions such as St Mary's Parish, Ocean Drive and the Naval War College on a narrated tour. Then discover this quaint and historic city further on your own. This small-group tour is limited to 20 people for a more intimate experience.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point
Pickup details

Please select 1 of the 5 strategically chosen Boston hotel pickup locations. These are the only pickup/drop-off locations available for this day trip. Thank you

Description

Stop At: Downtown, Boston, Massachusetts

After the downtown Boston pickups are completed, begin the 1.5-hour drive to Newport, Rhode Island. Enjoy a snack and listen to the guide provide a bit of history about Newport, a sailing destination for many that’s known as America's First Resort.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: The Breakers, 44 Ochre Point Ave, Newport, Rhode Island 02840

The first stop is at the Breakers mansion, the grandest of Newport’s summer mansions and a symbol of the Vanderbilt family’s social and financial preeminence in turn-of-the-century America. Spend two hours here, part of which can be enjoyed with a self-guided audio tour. Don’t forget the photo-worthy ocean view behind the mansion.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: St. Mary's Catholic Church, 12 William St, Enter on Memorial Blvd. at Spring St., Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Then take a 1-hour narrated city tour of some other Newport sites. See the St. Mary’s Church complex. This National Historic Shrine is where President John F. Kennedy married Jacqueline Bouvier on September 12, 1953.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Touro Synagogue, 85 Touro St, Newport, Rhode Island 02840

There’s the Touro Synagogue, a National Historic Site that is the oldest synagogue building still standing in the United States. It’s also the oldest surviving Jewish synagogue building in North America.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Fort Adams State Park, 80 Fort Adams Drive, Fort Adams State Park Visitor Center, Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Also check out Fort Adams, a former U.S. Army post, and the U.S. Naval War College, the staff college and “Home of Thought” for the United States Navy.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Newport Visitors Information Center, 21 Long Wharf Mall, Newport, Rhode Island 02840

The guided city tour ends at the Discover Newport Visitor Center to plan some free time with the help of the aforementioned guidebook.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Marble House, 596 Bellevue Ave, Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Take a 90 minute audio tour of the Marble House. This famous mansion was seen in the movie The Great Gatsby.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Ocean Drive, Newport, Rhode Island

Take a ride along this scenic, coastal route for breathtaking ocean views.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: International Tennis Hall of Fame, 194 Bellevue Ave, Newport, Rhode Island 02840

See the International Tennis Hall of Fame at a discounted price.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Cliff Walk, Newport, Rhode Island 02840

One of Newport's top sites

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: New England Trips, 90 Canal St, Fourth Floor, Boston, Massachusetts 02114

After a long day of sightseeing, relax on the journey back to Boston.

Duration: 10 minutes

Read full description

What To Expect

  • Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
  • Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
  • Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
  • Duration: 11 hours (Approx.)
  • Departure Time: 07:15 AM

What's Included

  • Admission to The Breakers and Marble House Mansions ( if closed we will sub another mansion)
  • Pick-Up/Drop-Off at one of 5 strategically located Boston hotel locations
  • 2 Hours of free time to explore Newport at your leisure
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch (dining options available throughout Newport)
See 3 More

What To Bring

  • Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
  • Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
  • A Smile!

Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Multi-Lingual Audio Guides of The Breakers and The Marble House are available in English, French, Spanish, German and Chinese. Please request as you enter the mansion. Narrated Tour of Newport in English Only.
  • Pick-Up/Drop off is included at one of 5 strategically placed downtown Boston hotels. Please provide your pickup choice at checkout.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Still have questions?

We’re here to help.
Live Chat, Text, Call, or Email our friendly customer support with your questions.

Activity code: C-5491NEWPRI

Reviews

4.72
224 reviews

Average 4.72 out of 5 stars based on 224 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and partner sites such as Trustpilot, Viator, and TripAdvisor

5 stars
178
4 stars
34
3 stars
8
2 stars
3
1 star
1

Similar Tours & Activities

2-Day Niagara Falls USA Tour from Boston

2-Day Niagara Falls USA Tour from Boston

 2 days  Free Cancellation
from
$294

Dark Side of Boston 90 Minute Private Tour

Dark Side of Boston 90 Minute Private Tour

New To The Site!
 1 hour 30 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$200

Boston Scavenger Hunt: Back Bay & Beyond

Boston Scavenger Hunt: Back Bay & Beyond

1
 2 hours  Instant Confirmation
from
$12.31

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 14 Stops

Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 14 Stops

 1 hour 45 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$52.45

Boston Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour

Boston Ghosts and Gravestones Trolley Tour

 2 hours  Free Cancellation
from
$47.20

Boston Codzilla High-Speed Thrill Boat Ride

Boston Codzilla High-Speed Thrill Boat Ride

 40 minutes  Free Cancellation
from
$54